§ 104. Mr. John Hallasked the Secretary of State for the Colonies if he will make a statement on the effects on economic and social conditions in Sierra Leone of measures taken to control illicit diamond mining.
§ Mr. Lennox-BoydYes. These measures have stopped the serious deterioration in social and health conditions in the diamond areas and have led to a marked improvement in law and order. Their success makes it possible for the Sierra Leone Government to make a constructive approach to social and economic development in these areas.
§ 121. Mr. Orbachasked the Secretary of State for the Colonies what representations have been made to the Government of Liberia calling for co-operation in reducing the illicit diamond smuggling from Sierra Leone.
§ Mr. Lennox-BoydNone. It has not so far been considered that such an approach would be very useful.